A detainee’s death revives Syria’s memories of torture and abuse in prisons
The death of a young man with hemophilia days after his arrest has sparked outrage in Syria
World
abcnews.com
18.08.2026
Syria launches probe into death of ‘White Helmet’ rescuer in police custody
Family members allege security officers ignored warnings about the man's hemophilia and subjected him to severe abuse.
World
aljazeera.com
17.08.2026
Crime and punishment in the Middle East
Lebanon and Syria are trying to improve the application of justice but challenges remain
Finance
ft.com
17.08.2026
The pipeline that will transport Iraqi oil through Syria may cost 15 billion dollars
Iraq's project to build a new oil pipeline through Syria to reduce dependence on supplies through the Strait of Hormuz could take about four years and cost at least $15 billion.
Azerbaijan
report.az
17.08.2026
Erdogan will visit Syria soon
Azerbaijan
apa.az
15.08.2026
A Syrian intervention in Lebanon would be too costly for Damascus
Despite pressure from the US to intervene against Hezbollah, the Syrian government is unlikely to do so.
World
aljazeera.com
15.08.2026
Azerbaijan has resumed the supply of apples to Syria and the Maldives
In January-June of this year, 47 thousand 868 tons of apples worth 38.95 million US dollars were sent abroad from Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan
report.az
14.08.2026
Can Syria deliver transitional justice?
A court has sentenced ousted former leader Bashar al-Assad and others to death in absentia.
World
aljazeera.com
13.08.2026
Israel vows to keep troops in Lebanon, Gaza and Syria
Israeli defence minister Israel Katz has said that Israel “will under no circumstances” withdraw its troops.
World
aljazeera.com
13.08.2026
Syrian court sentences Bashar al-Assad and Atef Najib to death
Syria’s ex-president Bashar al-Assad, his brother Maher al-Assad and cousin Atef Najib have been sentenced to death
World
aljazeera.com
11.08.2026
Judge approves Trump effort to end South Sudan TPS protections
Decision follows supreme court ruling that allowed US government to strip protections for Haitians and SyriansTemporary protected status (TPS) for hundreds of South Sudanese nationals in the United St
World
theguardian.com
07.08.2026
As a result of the explosion of a minibus in Syria, two people died and there were wounded - UPDATE
At least seven people were injured as a result of an explosion in a minibus in the district around Damascus, the capital of Syria; the death toll has not yet been determined.
Azerbaijan
report.az
06.08.2026
Two killed, several wounded as blast hits vehicle near Syria’s Damascus
Body parts found at scene and at least 13 wounded after explosion on minibus in town of Jaramana, health ministry says.
World
aljazeera.com
06.08.2026
Iraqi Kurdish regional leader meets Syrian president in Damascus
Barzani meets Syria's al-Sharaa in Damascus to discuss SDF integration and Kurdish rights in post-Assad Syria.
World
aljazeera.com
03.08.2026
From Toronto to Damascus: Syrians return home aiming to rebuild country
Families like the Tasabehjis aim to rebuild Syria, fostering community and hope despite economic and social challenges.
World
aljazeera.com
30.07.2026
Fragile peace in Syria’s Set Zaynab as sectarian challenges persist
Locals in southern Damascus town await safer times as fears rooted in a decade of war still loom over daily life.
World
aljazeera.com
29.07.2026
Guterres tours Syria’s notorious ‘Assad Prison’ in Sednaya
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres toured the notorious former ‘Assad prison’ in Sednaya.
World
aljazeera.com
27.07.2026
Israel launches military incursion into Syria amid UN condemnation
The UN's Guterres condemned violations of Syria's sovereignty as he visited and called for sanctions to be lifted.
World
aljazeera.com
26.07.2026
Syrian FM calls for Israeli withdrawal in meeting with UN chief
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani called for Israel to withdraw immediately and unconditionally from Syria
World
aljazeera.com
25.07.2026
Two buses collide in Syria, killing at least 35 people
One of the buses was carrying members of the Internal Security Forces, while the other was transporting civilians.
World
aljazeera.com
25.07.2026